What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer position at RPS Defense?
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Job Summary
The Electrical Engineer is responsible for producing electronic warfare integrated reprogramming database (EWIRDB) models that support sophisticated military platforms for weapon development and testing. Performs in-depth engineering analysis and modeling of EW systems and signals. Supports the programming of current and next-generation electronic detection and jamming systems and tests their performance with realistic live, virtual, and constructive recreations of tactical environments. Trains warfighters on the tactics, techniques, and procedures for counteracting real-world threats on the battlefield. Works directly with intelligence analysts and collaborates with DOD national research laboratories, test and evaluation organizations, and military EW reprogramming centers.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct original EW all-source intelligence research and engineering analysis to characterize system performance and capabilities
- Analyze ground, naval and aircraft radar, radar warning receivers, communications, electronic attack, navigation, electro-optical/infrared, weapon systems, and other onboard electronic systems
- Develop EW system models to support the national EWIRDB
- Analyze intelligence reports in support of mission data generation
- Support organizations charged with exploiting EWIRDB information in order to develop weapon systems and electronic countermeasures and to formulate tactics and strategies
- Solve EW feedback reports from the operational user community
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in engineering, physics, mathematics or related technical
- Ability to document/support technical analysis and assessments with strong attention to detail
- Ability to conduct and verify engineering analysis on weapon systems, platforms, electro-optic systems and communication systems
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with excellent verbal/written communication skills
- Understanding of antenna design/analysis, radar signal processing, and radar requirements analysis is highly desired
- MATLAB, Python and other software-based simulation experience
Security Clearance Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen and be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance.
Qualifications
AA/EOE M/F/Disabled/Vet
This company is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.